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Pathogens
Antimicrobials
Mild
Two or more of the following:
Purulence
Erythema
Pain/Tenderness
Warmth
Induration
Cellulitis/Erythema ≤ 2cm around the ulcer
No signs of systemic ilness
Moderate
Clinically stable with one or more of the following:
Cellulitis ≥ 2cm around wound
Streaking
Abscess
Deep tissue
Gangrene
Involvement of muscle, joint, tendon or bone
Severe
Duration of Treatment
Wound Cultures
MRSA Risk
Pseudomonas aeruginosa Risk
Limited Recent Antibiotic Exposure
Mild-Moderate
Multiple Antibiotic Exposure